Residents of Washington State have a right to freedom from harm – actual or threatened. Revised Code of Washington, Section 9A.46.020 forbids anyone from threatening another person with property damage in Seattle. Whether the threats were communicated through the internet, the phone, or in person, you can face serious criminal charges. Even false accusations can [...]
Embezzlement is the most hyped form of theft in media right now. Its most distinguishing factor is the defendant using their relationship, role, or position to commit the offense. A conviction can threaten your interpersonal relationships, your freedom, and your ability to find employment and housing. Each embezzlement case is unique and can come with [...]
Even if no one is hurt in a fire incident, an arson charge in Washington State could attract severe consequences. Whether the arson is charged in the second or first degree, it is still a felony. Your money and years of freedom are all at stake, considering the harsh sentencing stipulated in the law. Arson [...]
A weapons charge in Washington comes with the risk of conviction, fines, possible jail time, or loss of concealed carry license. You can be criminally charged for engaging in illegal activities using the weapons or for unlawful possession of them. What you do between the time of your arrest and the day of trial can [...]
One of the greatest jobs of every government is to protect its citizens from harm. Thus, the states have formulated extremely punitive laws to discourage people from inflicting pain or injuries on others. Homicide particularly covers all incidences where a life is lost, and the penalties are not anything you would wish for. Quality defense [...]
A robbery conviction could have a life-changing effect on your life. The consequences of a robbery conviction in Seattle can affect your criminal record, employment record, and may even lead to felony charges. The dire consequences of this crime should make it imperative to work closely with a Seattle Criminal Justice Attorney. Your attorney will [...]
Sometimes, kidnapping charges can be brought about by a misunderstanding by individuals or law enforcers. And in those instances, the accused knows too well that they had no criminal intentions, or in other circumstances, the victim's presence was voluntary and not forced. If the event does not tick all the boxes of the federal or [...]
Recreational users can be charged for planting their own marijuana. Only people that have a physician's prescription can grow the plant without getting into trouble. However, a person can only grow six plants for personal use. A household cannot plant more than 15 seedlings, regardless of the number of people using medical marijuana in the [...]
In Seattle and all over the state of Washington, there is growing concern for the increased number of gang-related crimes taking place on the streets. The RCW (Revised Code of Washington) Title 9, Chapter 9.94A, Section 9.94A.030 defines a criminal street gang as “any ongoing organization, association, or group of three or more persons, whether [...]
Domestic violence is a very serious crime and as such it comes with some very serious consequences. The crime of domestic violence comes with two waves of consequences, the first happens immediately upon the police first getting involved and the second occurs depending on the outcome of the charge. To fully grasp what happens with [...]
